A cyber attack on Grund in December 2025 led to the theft of sensitive data concerning tens of thousands of current and former residents, staff, and relatives associated with the nursing homes.
In December 2025, Grund experienced a significant cyber attack that compromised the personal information of tens of thousands of individuals. Hackers successfully infiltrated the nursing homes' servers, gaining access to sensitive data related to current and former residents, employees, and their family members. Interpol and Europol are now involved in the investigation alongside local police to determine the extent of the breach and to identify those responsible for this cybercrime.
Reports indicate that the hackers accessed a trove of sensitive health and care-related information before the breach was discovered. This data breach raises serious concerns regarding cybersecurity protocols within health institutions, particularly those handling vulnerable populations like the elderly. As a result of this incident, health authorities are under pressure to improve their defenses against such cyber threats and protect personal information more effectively.
Karl Óttar Einarsson commented to VÃsir that the hackers managed to appropriate data spanning several years, affecting a large number of individuals. The nature of this breach underscores the critical need for enhanced security measures in nursing homes and healthcare facilities, to not only safeguard privacy but also ensure the integrity of health services provided to residents.
